Green Waste

All lawn clippings, trimmed tree branches, leaves, weeds, etc., must go in the Green Waste Toter. Keep in mind that green waste can and should be recycled too, via composting and using the compost to help other plants, trees, flower gardens, etc. grow.

Paper & Cardboard

Flatten cartons and boxes

Secure loose material (e.g., shredded paper) in plastic grocery bags

Cut large boxes small enough to fit inside the container

Blue Recycling Toter
In the Blue Recycling Toter, place the following:

Used Motor Oil & Filters
Used motor oil and oil filters cannot be placed on the curbside for recycle. You must dispose of used oil and oil filters at a Certified Used Oil Collection Center. Oil must be in a container with a screw top lid. Oil filters must be in a Ziploc bag.

Contaminated Oil, Used oil, & Batteries
Contaminated oil, used oil, batteries may also be disposed of at the Modesto Collection Facility, open every Friday and Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., except holidays.